The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

Property class: 4

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Located close to Frog Pad and Playa Pelada, The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like ecotours and surfing/body boarding at this hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a body treatment, a facial, or a Swedish massage. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a conference center and a restaurant.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NT$8,096
NT$9,148 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a red bookshelf, and a large window with a view of greenery.

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a desk with a chair.

PREMIUM 1 KING BED

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, teal walls, a large window, and a painting above the beds.

PREMIUM 2 QUEEN BEDS

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A bedroom with two beds, a large painting, and a view of the outdoors.

PREMIUM PLUS 2 QUEEN BEDS

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 602 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a red shelving unit, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 376 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

PREMIUM PLUS 1 KING BED

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 602 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a built-in shelf unit, and a ceiling fan.

Surf Suite

  • 936 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Located in Nosara, The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel is near the airport and near the beach. Shoppers can check out Frog Pad, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Playa Pelada and Nosara Beach. Nosara Spanish Institute and Garza Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and horse riding. Visit our Nosara travel guide
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Playa Guiones, Nosara

What's nearby

  • A green frog with red eyes perched on a plant.
    Frog Pad
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A beach with horses running along the shore, boats in the water, and driftwood on the sand.
    Guiones Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • An aerial view of a coastline with waves crashing onto a sandy beach, bordered by dense green vegetation.
    Playa Pelada
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Safari Surf School
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Garza Beach
    9 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR)
    161 min drive

Restaurants

  • Olga's Bar & Restaurante
    15 min walk
  • Sunrise Coffee
    19 min walk
  • La Luna
    11 min walk
  • Posada Margherita
    5 min walk
  • Blue Zone Brewery
    2 min walk

About this property

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel

  • Upscale family-friendly hotel near Playa Pelada
  • Located close to Frog Pad and Nosara Spanish Institute, The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like ecotours and surfing/body boarding at this hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a body treatment, a facial, or a Swedish massage. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a conference center and a restaurant.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • Free bicycle rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and supervised childcare (surcharge)
    • Massage treatment rooms, a 24-hour front desk, and a TV in the lobby
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel have perks such as free international calls and air conditioning, as well as amenities like late night room service and free WiFi.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
    • Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel?

As of 2026/10/23, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel on 2026/10/28 start from NT$8,096, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 180.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel located?

This family-friendly Nosara hotel is located near the airport, within 1 mi (2 km) of Frog Pad and Playa Pelada. Nosara Spanish Institute and Nosara Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Gilded Iguana Surf Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 387 out of 423 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 423 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 423 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 423 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 423 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great property Attentive staff, clean rooms, close to beach
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location for walking to the beach for sunsets. Close to so many great shops and restaurants!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved The Guilded Iguana for so many reasons! The staff is excellent, the restaurant food is exceptional, and the property is gorgeous and well maintained. We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great space and location. The staff could be more helpful and nicer to the non-white guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was great especially Francisco! He was excellent !!! The rooms were extremely clean and the breakfast was very good! Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff is amazing. Hotel communicates well. Environment great for adults or kids. Multiple visits, always great. Francisco deserves standout special mention, beyond friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved it here! Nice staff, and clean rooms. Did also enjoy the breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great property. Rooms and facilities are excellent. Staff are top notch across the board from front desk to housekeeping. The North end of Nosara has become very crowded and super touristy. Thats the only negative to staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous property and location. Staff were awesome, especially Francisco. Lots of restaurants and bars close by, if you want to try something outside the resort. Very safe and quiet area. A couple of things, one the roads are not all paved and the dirt ones are very rough. Two, great for families, but a few too many kids during our stay. Next time, we probably go adults only.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place with greta ambiance. Nice staff and clean rooms. Close to fantastic surf beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel nice staff
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly attentive staff, comfortable nicely air conditioned room, lovely pool area and gardens.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Disliked: Staff & service
Incredible property and location. The staff at the surf Club were incredible. The staff at the hotel weren't as friendly. I'd go back for the location and beauty.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Close to the best surf beach! We love surfing. Clean and nice hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful pools and grounds, the staff had excellent customer service. In particular Francisco and Donovan really made the experience stellar. The rooms were clean and comfortable, a really well thought out space.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic location! Staff was courteous and helpful. Very clean and welcoming. Would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very kind staff and amazing food!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay in nosara. Hotel is lovely and very conveniently located.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful location
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was wonderful and bright. The staff did an amazing job at cleaning it and keeping it fresh. the entirety of the gilded iguana staff was kind and helpful. the breakfast was delicious and there was a variety of good eat options. the whole resort was well air conditioned and we never felt hot for a second while in our room. The kids club is amazing and the pool is pristine and the perfect temperature. and it is only a five minute walk away from a stunning beach. i definitely recommend the gilded iguana.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff. Great amenities. Love the garden room with little patio and outdoor shower!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the SPA
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Everyone was super friendly and helpful would definitely go back
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

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Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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The property and staff are amazing kind and beautiful. Fairly remote location, had a beautiful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024